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Fair pay legislation repealed by Christmas, 90-day trials extended

The coalition Government is keen to start repealing some of Labour's laws.

Vape ban, fair pay and ceasefire efforts | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 11

Why vape users are being told to stock up, the big job on the Government’s list this week and Qatar not giving up efforts on peace between Israel and Gaza in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / AP / Face Nation / NZHerald

Heather du Plessis-Allan: 'Uncomfortable' National ministers in for ride over race relations policies

OPINION: Not everyone in the coalition Govt is thrilled about its race relations policies.

Beehive Diaries: Luxon tries to start a new trend, Parker's DIY disaster

Beehive Diaries: Plus, Shane Jones meets his match in Te Pāti Māori.

Govt considering trimming funding for Covid vaccine amid budget squeeze

Funding for free universal Covid vaccination ends next year.

Out of office: Chris Hipkins on power, pressure - and Scrabble with partner Toni

'People don't vote on a left-right continuum. They vote on the vibe of the campaign.'

Thomas Coughlan: Why it’s a great time to be in Government

The new Government is having fun - so is the Opposition.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins on his new start

Chris Hipkins talks about the transition from Prime Minister to Leader of the Opposition. Video / Mark Mitchell

'He’s a born diplomat': Fran O'Sullivan on what Winston Peters is like behind the scenes

NZ First leader can be fiery at home, but the same doesn't apply when he's abroad.

'That’s not very original!' - Robertson and Willis spar over state of the economy

The Government’s approach to the Israel-Hamas conflict is set to be debated.

Focus: Luxon asked why the Government is not calling for an immediate ceasefire

Prime Minister Chris Luxon was asked why the Government is not calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Video / Mark Mitchell

Minister confident Police Commissioner can fulfill list of expectations

Mitchell finally expressed confidence in Coster after several days avoiding the question.

Greens, Labour MP claim genocide occurring in Gaza as Parliament debates ceasefire call

Heated debate saw opposition MPs urge Govt call for 'immediate' ceasefire.

Govt 'absolutely' committed to climate targets despite reversing oil and gas ban, says Simon Watts

Minister says it has a different approach to meeting the emissions reduction targets.

Reti on Māori health: I want to paint a different dream, a different vision

Health Minister wants to move funding and resources closer to the homes and hapū.

Scattered glass, police pay and pre-loved Christmas | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 7

School athletics organisers find broken glass scattered on field, police pay issues rise amid the new minister’s expectations and why more Kiwis are buying second-hand this Christmas in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald / ABC Australia